Bass Quote by Bill Wyman
“Onstage I like to play with a an 18-inch speaker, which very few bass players do. I need that fat, underneath sound, which I've always had. It suits me admirably to do it like that, and I can imitate that sound by plugging directly into the board in the studio.”
About This Quote
Prefers a deep, resonant bass tone achieved with a large speaker, a rarity among bassists, and replicates it via direct studio input.
In simple terms: Uses an 18‑inch speaker for a fat bass sound, mimicking it in the studio.
Key Takeaway
Equipment choice shapes distinctive musical texture.
Themes
music production
instrumentation
tone
creativity
Mood
enthusiastic
technical
Type
musical
technical
When to use this quote
- live concerts
- recording sessions
- home studio setups
Key Concepts
role of hardware in sound design
Practical Applications
- Experiment with larger speaker cabinets for richer bass
- Use direct input to blend natural and processed tones
Questions to Reflect On
- How does speaker size affect perceived bass depth?
- What alternatives exist for achieving a similar tone without a large cabinet?
